Strain Japan R-16 Mission Statement

"It is the mission of the Strain-Japan R-16 School District
to provide a sound basic educational opportunity for each student,
and to help every student become a successful learner."

The Missouri Course Access and Virtual School Program (MOCAP) has developed a catalog of virtual online courses for students. Beginning with the 2019-2020 school year, students will be able to take an entire course from any Internet-connected computer, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
***Please see the UPDATED re-entry plan (link here) concerning updated policy on face coverings. 11/13/20

Student Of The Month

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Congratulations to Saphira

Strain-Japan's May Student of the Month, Saphira. She shows great effort in her classes. Saphira is extremely considerate of others everyday!
Saphira is the daughter of Scott.
Information Center
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Important Dates:

  • ​Kindergarten Screenings - Third week of April at Sullivan ​​(Click Here For Info)
  • Spring Concert - 4/26
  • MAP Testing - 4/28-5/5
  • Kindergarten Round-Up - 5/3 (Click Here For Info)
  • Kindergarten Buddy Day - 5/5 (Click Here For Info)
  • MAP PICNIC - 5/6
  • Graduation - 5/11 
  • Field Day - 5/12​
  • Last Day Of School - May 13th
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Current Opening:
​Strain-Japan R-16 School, located approximately 8 miles north of Sullivan, has an opening for a part-time, one day per week, Music teacher for the 2021-2022 school year, as well as a part-time, one day per week, Art teacher for the 2021-2022 school year.  The school also has an opening for a part-time, one day per week, school counselor for the 2021-2022 school year.  Strain-Japan School has a total K-8 population of approximately 65 students and runs a 156 day school calendar. 
Submit resume' by e-mail to mrsvandegriffe@strainjapan.com  For questions contact the school at: 573-627-3243. Strain-Japan R-16 School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
​2020-2021 Job Openings: 
  • The Strain-Japan School is accepting applications for substitute teachers.
  • The Strain-Japan School is accepting applications for substitute bus drivers.   
Applications can be found under the "Faculty and Staff" tab, Employment Applications, and can be emailed to 
, mrsvandegriffe@strainjapan.comor apply at moteachingjobs.com.
The school has a K-8 population of approximately 60 students and runs a shortened calendar.
Strain-Japan School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Congrats to the staff for winning the Winged Foot Trophy! Mr. Dace and Mrs. Meek set a wonderful example for us all with their dedication to healthy eating and exercise! This competition is sponsored by the Cooperating School Districts Trust Wellness Activity Challenge. The challenge includes several area school districts including many large districts in St. Louis.
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No School Dates

  • November 23rd - 27th - Thanksgiving Break
  • December 21st - January 4th - Winter Break
  • January 18th - MLK Day
  • February 15th - Presidents' Day
  • March 18th - March 26th - Spring Break
  • April 2nd - April 6th - Easter Break 

​Virtual Courses - Eligible students may enroll in virtual courses offered through the Missouri Course Access Program (MOCAP).  The district will accept all grades and credits earned through district-sponsored virtual instruction and MOCAP.  Students taking courses virtually are subject to district policies, procedures and rules applicable to students enrolled in traditional courses including, but not limited to, the district's discipline code and prohibitions on academic dishonesty discrimination, harassment, bullying and cyber bullying. Refer to Policy IGCD for more information.
    
New*** Certified/Non-Certified Applications for Employment are now available under the "Faculty and Staff" tab above.

Foster Care Point of Contact
Homeless and Immigrant Liaison 
Kathy Vandegriffe (573) 627-3243 - mrsvandegriffe@strainjapan.com